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Lot 37
  • 37

Arthur Wardle

Estimate
1,500 - 2,000 GBP
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Description

  • Arthur Wardle
  • Dendraspis, Waterloo Cup Winner
  • signed, dated and inscribed l.r.: "Dendraspis"/ winner of the/ Waterloo Cup/ A Wardle/ 1914
  • oil on paper
  • 28.5 by 38.5cm., 11¼ by 25¼in.

Provenance

Sotheby's, London, Works from the Studio of Arthur Wardle, 23 November 1994, lot 74

Condition

The sheet, thickly woven, appears sound and has not been laid down. A few media marks about the surface and the paint appears thin with possile spots of foxing in some areas. No signs of retouching under UV light. Held under glass in a gilt plaster frame with a beige mount.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Catalogue Note

Owned by Mr J. E. Dennis, Dendraspis won the Waterloo Cup in 1909, the annual coursing event which took place from 1836-2005 at Great Altcar, Lancashire.